Veerapura - Malur, Kolar
Veerapura is a village situated in the Malur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Santehalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerapura is 622188. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.47 hectares and falls under the 563130 pincode. Malur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Veerapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veerapura
According to the 2011 Census, Veerapura village had a total population of 88 people, including 45 males and 43 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.38%, with male literacy at 51.16% and female literacy at 53.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 23 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Veerapura
Veerapura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Veerapura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Veerapura. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Veerapura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malur to Veerapura is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Veerapura is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Veerapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veerapura
Where is Veerapura located?
Veerapura village is located in Malur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Veerapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerapura is Santehalli.
What is the pincode of Veerapura?
The pincode of Veerapura is 563130.
What is the population of Veerapura?
Veerapura had a total population of 88, including 45 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Veerapura?
Veerapura had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veerapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerapura was 52.38%. Male literacy was 51.16% and female literacy was 53.66%.